12 Pop Culture Pick-Me-Ups to Get You Through the Week

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When you’re feeling lost, disappointed, sad, and a plethora of other uncomfortable adjectives, remember how important self-care is. It is beyond fine to take the necessary time to make sure you’re okay. Pausing to enjoy some kitten gifs or a sheet mask and a nap doesn’t mean you don’t care about the world around you–it means you’re preparing yourself and getting in the best and healthiest state of mind to do what’s next.

To that end, how about some feel good pop culture? If you’re in need of a pick-me-up, these songs, films, and TV series and episodes are all about happiness, uplifting messages, and/or plain ol’ fun.

1. “My Shot”

Perhaps the most well-known song from Hamilton, “My Shot” will remind you the United States will always claim those with fight, spirit, and vision among its citizens. And remember: “The sun comes up. And the world still spins.”

2. Great British Bake-Off

Jolly hosts, friendly and positive competition, and beautiful baked goods. The Great British Bake-Off has everything. Go to the store and stock up on pastries before you watch because you’ll be craving them.

3. The Princess Bride

Escape into a world with adventure, romance, comedy, and delightful characters with 1987’s The Princess Bride. Have fun storming the castle.

4. “Bare Necessities”

5. Stardust

If The Princess Bride didn’t have enough adventure and silliness for you, try Stardust. Based on the novel of the same name by Neil Gaiman, the film goes on an adventure through a charming world filled with magic.

6. Gilmore Girls

Escape to a small town where the biggest problems are things like finding missing rotting Easter eggs because someone forgot to make an egg map. Seven seasons of Gilmore Girls will keep you giggling for days.